Hidden Meanings behind Set Designs

Regardless of your political opinions, it's always good to think about what the scenic and lighting design of TV specials are trying to subtly convey.

DNC image from WIRED.com

"At both the RNC and DNC, the stage designs are literal, physical metaphors. The sets are the results of months of planning and millions of dollars spent on build-outs, engineering, and lighting to communicate the messages of the parties. And so far, the messages are: the Republican party wants to rally voters around one mightier-than-thou leader, while the Democrats are presenting themselves as a collective." 

RNC image from WIRED.com

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